Tawasol Egypt

Tawasol for Developing Istabl Antar NGO (Tawasol Egypt) was founded in 2008 as an NGO registered with the Ministry of Social Solidarity to serve the low-income communities in three of Cairo’s informal slum areas: Ezzbet Khairallah, Istabl Antar, and Batn el Ba’ara/Dar Al Salam. In response to community needs in those areas, Tawasol has developed over the years an integrated community development approach combining education with vocational training and health services. In 2012, Tawasol launched its performing arts program in order to have a creative outlet for its students and develop their talents through theatre, choir, Egyptian folklore, and circus arts. Tawasol Egypt’s products are made by low-income families living in slum areas and informal settlements in Cairo. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of our products are given back to the communities that made them, either as artisans’ wages or to help sustain community development projects. Our products are unique Tawasol designs inspired by traditional Egyptian arts and crafts, and they are all hand-made using locally sourced materials. We accept custom orders and can personalize certain items based on availability of materials. We can also prepare bulk orders with sufficient advance notice.